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Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPWH) has appointed Ryan Carroll as VP Performance Marketing. Carroll will lead brand management, creative strategy, trade marketing, and integrated sales and marketing planning, reporting to Susan Sanderson, SVP Marketing, Ecommerce and Loyalty.

Carroll brings over 20 years of retail expertise in performance marketing, growth strategy, and brand-building. He has worked with notable brands such as Mercedes-Benz, Macy's, Carnival Cruise Line, Peloton, and Office Depot. His experience includes owning a growth marketing agency and leading an enterprise portfolio within the Omnicom network.

The appointment aligns with Sportsman's Warehouse's strategic reset and transformation efforts. Carroll aims to leverage his expertise to engage a broader outdoor consumer base and reinvigorate the company's brand positioning as the premier outdoor specialty retailer in the US.

Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPWH) reported financial results for Q2 2024, ending August 3. Net sales decreased 6.7% to $288.7 million, with same-store sales down 9.8%. The company reported a net loss of $5.9 million, or $(0.16) per diluted share. Gross profit margin declined to 31.2% from 32.6% in Q2 2023.

For the first half of 2024, net sales fell 7.6% to $533.0 million, with a net loss of $24.0 million. The company secured a $45 million term loan to strengthen its balance sheet. SPWH updated its fiscal 2024 guidance, projecting net sales between $1.13-$1.17 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $20-$35 million, citing ongoing consumer pressure and promotional activities.

Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings (Nasdaq: SPWH) has announced its upcoming second quarter 2024 earnings conference call, scheduled for Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The company will discuss its financial results for the quarter during this call. Investors and interested parties can access the live audio webcast of the conference call through the company's investor relations website at http://investors.sportsmans.com/. For those unable to attend the live call, a replay of the webcast will be available on the same website until September 10, 2024. This announcement provides shareholders and analysts with an opportunity to gain insights into Sportsman's Warehouse's recent financial performance and future outlook.

Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: SPWH) has secured a $45 million term loan with a syndicate of premier financial institutions, strengthening its balance sheet and enhancing liquidity. This addition increases the company's total borrowing capacity to $395 million, subject to borrowing base calculations. Currently, $162.3 million is outstanding, with $124.2 million available for future borrowing. As of July 30, 2024, the company's liquidity stands at approximately $127 million.

CEO Paul Stone emphasized the company's proactive approach to managing its balance sheet and executing its reset strategy. The focus has been on managing debt, right-sizing inventory levels, and aligning operating expenses with current business trends. Pathlight, one of the financial partners, expressed confidence in the long-term trajectory of Sportsman's Warehouse and its role in serving the outdoor sporting goods market.

Sportsman's Warehouse (Nasdaq: SPWH) has appointed Susan Sanderson as the new Senior Vice President of Marketing, Ecommerce & Loyalty, effective immediately. Sanderson, with over two decades of experience in omni-channel marketing, will oversee the company's digital and traditional marketing, ecommerce, brand strategy, omni-channel experience, and loyalty programs.

CEO Paul Stone expressed excitement about Sanderson's unique expertise and extensive experience in specialty retail, which he believes will drive the company's omni-channel business forward. Sanderson's previous roles include senior positions at Party City Holding Inc., The Vitamin Shoppe, and Walgreens Boots Alliance. She aims to leverage her experience in building successful brands and driving growth to help return Sportsman's Warehouse to growth.

Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings announced Q1 2024 financial results, detailing a challenging macroenvironment. Net sales dropped to $244.2 million, a 8.7% decrease compared to Q1 2023. Same store sales fell by 13.5%. Gross profit was $73.8 million, or 30.2% of net sales, up from 29.9% in Q1 2023. SG&A expenses decreased to $94.4 million due to expense management but were offset by higher rent and depreciation from 11 new stores.

The company reported a net loss of $(18.1) million, worse than the $(15.6) million loss in Q1 2023. Adjusted EBITDA was $(8.7) million. Diluted loss per share was $(0.48) compared to $(0.42) in Q1 2023. Net debt stood at $161.8 million with total liquidity of $80.8 million. For FY 2024, the company reaffirmed its guidance, expecting net sales between $1.15 billion to $1.23 billion and adjusted EBITDA between $45 million to $65 million.

Sportsman's Warehouse (NASDAQ: SPWH) announced it will host a quarterly conference call to discuss its Q1 2024 financial results on June 4, 2023, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

The live audio webcast will be accessible on the company's investor relations website, and a replay will be available until June 11, 2024.

Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings, Inc. announced an inducement grant of 124,610 time-based restricted stock units to the CEO, Paul Stone, under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635(c)(4). The RSUs will vest in three equal installments over the next three years, subject to Mr. Stone's continued service.